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Are Humans Apes? Tracing Our Evolutionary Path
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Are humans separate from chimps and other apes? Learn what separates us from chimps.
Rhubarb: The Poisonous Veggie You Can Totally Eat
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What vegetable is often mistaken for a fruit, has poisonous leaves but is still edible and is often harvested by candlelight? Yep, that would be rhubarb.
Dorms: Can you get athlete's foot from the dorm shower?
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You're not going to like the answer. You're also not going to like what can happen if this creeping crud goes untreated.
What exactly is dyslexia?
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Dyslexia is a learning disorder that makes reading difficult or nearly impossible for some. Learn how dyslexia affect the brain.
How Cell-phone Radiation Works
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Cell-phone radiation has been debated for years now. Find out what the buzz is about and how to protect yourself when choosing and using a cell phone.
How Addiction Works: Exploring Substance Use Disorders
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Addiction to substances, such as drugs and alcohol, have ruined the lives of people all over the world. Read about current views and ideas on addiction.
How Joint Degree Programs Admissions Work
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Joint degree programs admissions is slightly different from the traditional admissions process. Learn about joint degree programs admissions.
Can animals predict death?
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Can animals predict death? Oscar the Cat made the news for predicting deaths of nursing home patients. Learn about how animals can predict death.
Is there a gender gap in the workplace?
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The gender gap in the workplace can result in wage discrimination. Learn why a gender gap exists even today in the 21st century and how it affects women.
Just How Many Galaxies Are in the Universe?
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Galaxies are large systems of stars, gas, dust and dark matter that orbits a center and is bound by gravity. Learn about the characteristics of galaxies.